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A -- PROVIDE ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES IN THE AREA OF HYDROMECHANICS AND HYDROACOUSTICS OF TOWED SYSTEMS SOL N00167-98-R-0003 POC Kathy Bonturi, Contract Specialist, (301)227-1302 OR Catherine L. Rowe, Contracting Officer, (301)227-1100 The proposed acquisition is to obtain engineering support services in the areas of hydromechanics and hydroacoustics of towed systems, including the interaction of arrays and the investigation of deep ocean moors and moored platforms and equipment. The acticipated period of performance shall be from the effective date of the contract through five years thereafter. It is estimated to require 258,150 person hours of effort over the entire period of performance. The RFP shall be issued on or about 21 November 1997 with a closing date for receipt of proposals 45 days thereafter. Copies of the solicitation should be requested in writing, or fax requests to (301)227-3638, Attn: Kathy Bonturi, Code 3322. Please include a fax number with any request. All responsible sources may submit a proposal which will be considered by this agency. (0283)

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